As a manager, do you want to get to work on sustainability in your operations in concrete terms? The annual CSO Manager programme gives you the practical knowledge and skills to embed sustainability structurally
EnrolYou learn how to apply sustainable innovations, meet the latest statutory requirements for ESG reporting (such as CSRD) and how, as a manager, you effectively bring about sustainable change.
On completion you are able to achieve sustainable goals within your organisation, draw up accountability reports that comply with laws and regulations, and lead your organisation through the transition to future-proof operations.
The annual programme consists of three modules and an exam. Thanks to its flexible set-up, you can start at several moments each year: whenever a new module is offered. This means you can join at least three times a year.
Learn to apply natural design principles for product and process innovation.
Learn to produce responsible sustainability reports that meet applicable standards and guidelines.
Develop the leadership skills needed for the sustainable organisation of the future.
Together with the annual CSO Executive programme, the annual CSO Manager programme forms the registered Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) programme. This is the only post-hbo registered CSO programme in the Netherlands.
View CSO ExecutiveDay 1 22 January 2027
Cradle-to-cradle and biomimicry
Day 2 5 February 2027
Natural design principles, product and process innovation
Day 3 19 February 2027
Fast track LCA analysis and product development
Day 4 5 March 2027
Sustainable area development and the City of the Future
Day 5 19 March 2027
Sustainable Lean and process innovations
Day 6 2 April 2027
Practical exam
Day 1 30 April 2027
CSRD standards and EU taxonomy
Day 2 14 May 2027
Footprint GHG protocol
Day 3 28 May 2027
LCA calculations
Day 4 11 June 2027
Stakeholder analysis and Social
Day 5 25 June 2027
Monitoring and Governance
Day 6 9 July 2027
Practical exam
Day 1 17 September 2027
Foundations of sustainable leadership
Day 2 1 October 2027
Strategy and culture of sustainability management
Day 3 15 October 2027
Adaptive leadership techniques
Day 4 29 October 2027
Ethics and inclusivity in leadership
Day 5 12 November 2027
The learning organisation and feedback loops
Day 6 26 November 2027
Practical exam
CSO Manager exam dates: 11 December 2026, 23 April 2027 and 23 July 2027
Would you like to know which start date best suits your schedule and ambitions? Contact us for tailored advice.
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